Bibliograph

Richard III, Janus Films ; a London Film ; [textual alterations], Colley Cibber, David Garrick ; produced and directed by Laurence Olivier

Type

Label

Richard III, Janus Films ; a London Film ; [textual alterations], Colley Cibber, David Garrick ; produced and directed by Laurence Olivier

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

Richard III

Medium

DVD

Oclc number

368350092

Responsibility statement

Janus Films ; a London Film ; [textual alterations], Colley Cibber, David Garrick ; produced and directed by Laurence Olivier

Runtime

138

Series statement

Essential art house

Summary

Begins by recapitulating the final scene of Henry IV, Part III with Edward IV being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard jealously views the proceedings. Soon afterwards, Edward IV is murdered, drowned in a vat of wine. Richard becomes king and, after proceeding with a succession of intrigues and duplicities, he finds his kingdom in dire peril, set upon by Henry Tudor and mustering a final defense for his realm at the Battle of Bosworth. An immortal tale of lust, murder, treachery and the ruthless pursuit of power

Technique

live action

resource.variantTitle

Janus Films presents Essential art houseJanus Films presents Essential Art House, Vol. III

Classification

Contributor